Effect of Continuous Care on Postpartum Anxiety among Primipara Mothers in China
Abstract
Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of continuous care on postpartum anxiety in primipara mothers in China. Methods: A quasi-experimental, non-equivalent control group design was employed. The initial screening involved 120 primipara women from two hospitals in Shandong Province. Based on the inclusion criteria, 60 eligible primipara mothers were selected to participate in the study. Results: The findings indicated that continuous care significantly reduced the anxiety levels of primipara mothers, as shown by a marked decrease in the scores on a researcher-developed anxiety scale. Conclusion: Continuous care has been proven to be an effective intervention for alleviating postpartum anxiety in Chinese primipara mothers and has a positive impact on their mental health and postpartum recovery.
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